BBC News·3 min read·medium
Merino the unlikely hero again - as Spain wait for Lamine Yamal show
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Gary Rose
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Mikel Merino has emerged as a key 'super sub' for Spain, scoring late goals to help the team reach the World Cup semi-finals. Despite a difficult season plagued by injury, Merino's impact has been crucial to Spain's tournament success.
Why it matters
Individual player narratives during major tournaments often define the cultural impact and popularity of the sport.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Mikel Merino has been capped 49 times by Spain
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Confidence: 80%
The article focuses on sports performance and player narrative without political or social bias.
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